2026 Lexus NX 350

Many manufacturers have been switching from mechanical to electrically activated door handles, causing a headache for owners and potentially creating a hazard in emergencies.

Of 12 different brands, 16 newly tested models qualified for one of the agency's top safety awards thanks to high crash-test and safety equipment scores.

Lexus is dumping the base NX 250 for 2026, but it’s looking to expand the compact SUV’s appeal by diversifying the remaining lineup with new combinations of the three powertrains and four trims.